JFCS - The LJD Jewish Family & Community Services
Misline Brown currently serves as the Jax Preschool SEEDS Family Advocate at JFCS - The LJD Jewish Family & Community Services since August 2023. Previously, Misline held the position of Early Head Start Specialist at Impact Learning Center from August 2022 to September 2023 and worked in Educator Professional Development at Future Leaders Logistics from June 2021 to June 2023. Other roles include Transportation Specialist at Prolific Triumph, Primary Caregiver at Episcopal Children's Services, Inc., and Infant Toddler Specialist at Lutheran Services Florida. Misline began a career in early childhood education as a Home Visitor and Program Assistant with Episcopal Children's Services, Inc. Misline holds a Master of Education in Educational Leadership and Administration from the University of North Florida, along with various degrees and certifications from Florida State College at Jacksonville in Human Services and Early Childhood Education.
JFCS - The LJD Jewish Family & Community Services
The LJD Jewish Family & Community Services (JFCS) has been a vital part of the Jacksonville Community for over 100 year, lending a helping hand to people from all walks of life. JFCS was founded in 1917 as United Jewish Charities, and was known for assisting people in need with food and emergency shelter. The Agency is a charter member of United Way, having joined the organization when it was established in 1924 as the Community Chest. In 1949, we became the only licensed Jewish child-placing agency in the country, placing our first child for adoption in 1951. In 2001, JFCS collaborated with the Boys Home Association to form Family Support Services of North Florida, Inc., the lead agency for the administration of child protection services in Duval & Nassau Counties. In 2003, JFCS began providing a range of community-based child protection services. In 2005, we achieved national accreditation through the Council on Accreditation for Children & Family Services. JFCS is committed to the mission of “helping people help themselves” and serves all persons in a non-discriminatory manner.